Serving 31 students in grades 6-12, Holton Virtual Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holton Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Holton Virtual Academy's student population of 31 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Holton Virtual Academy is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
94%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holton Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Holton Virtual Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Holton Virtual Academy?
31 students attend Holton Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Holton Virtual Academy students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holton Virtual Academy?
Holton Virtual Academy has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Holton Virtual Academy offer ?
Holton Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Holton Virtual Academy part of?
Holton Virtual Academy is part of Holton School District.
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